She has worked with issuers and underwriters on global offerings, SEC registrations, and securities law issues, including those related to business combinations. In addition to her corporate expertise, Misa has experience in litigation, investigations and anti-corruption matters.
Misa’s practice focuses on capital markets, funds, and regulatory compliance, supported by a strong foundation in general corporate matters.
Misa’s practice focuses on capital markets, funds, and regulatory compliance, supported by a strong foundation in general corporate matters.
Expertise
Experience
Representative matters
Ajinomoto Co. Inc. in its acquisition of Forge Biologics Holdings LLC, through a reverse triangular merger transaction valued at approximately $554 million.
Sawai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. regarding a registration with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Form F-4 in connection with the sole share transfer to establish Sawai Group Holdings Co., Ltd. as a holding company.
Toyota Motor Corporation in a $2.75 billion SEC-registered offering of sustainability bonds.
One of the major Mitsubishi group companies and its affiliates in a potential FCPA violation matter and internal investigation.
One of the major Mitsubishi group companies and its Japanese subsidiary in an employment litigation matter in the U.S.
A Japanese financial institution in its investments into North American based REITs.
Showa Shell Sekiyu K.K. in its acquisition of minority interest in Cricket Valley Energy Partners LLC.
Kyuden International Corporation in its acquisition of minority interest in South Field Energy Partners LLC.
Shikoku Electric Power Co., Inc. in its acquisition of minority interest in South Field Energy Partners LLC.
Toyota Motor Corporation in connection with its first SEC-registered debt offering.
Toyota Motor Corporation regarding a registration with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Form F-4 in connection with the triangular share exchange to make Misawa Homes Co., Ltd. a wholly owned subsidiary.
Japanese manufacturers in their internal investigations and potential government proceedings and litigation.
Various Japanese companies in connection with their U.S. disclosure obligations.
J.C. Flowers in connection with its acquisition of Asia Pacific Subsidiaries of Chi-X.*
The international joint lead managers in the follow-on offering of AEON REIT Investment Corporation.*
Qualifications
Admissions
Academic
Georgetown University Law Center, LL.M.
Keio University, LL.B.
Languages